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Tehran Meeting: Hezbollah Defends Arms Amid Disarmament Pressure

8/20/2025

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A meeting on Hezbollah disarmament took place in Tehran, focusing on U.S. and Israeli pressures. Experts highlighted Hezbollah's defense role since the November 2024 ceasefire.
Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai criticized Hezbollah's weapons, calling for state control and accusing Iran of undermining sovereignty while advocating dialogue.
Hezbollah's Secretary-General Naim Qassem pledged to keep arms against occupation, warning of conflict if disarmament occurs.

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A meeting on Hezbollah disarmament took place in Tehran, focusing on U.S. and Israeli pressures. Experts highlighted Hezbollah's defense role since the November 2024 ceasefire.
Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai criticized Hezbollah's weapons, calling for state control and accusing Iran of undermining sovereignty while advocating dialogue.
Hezbollah's Secretary-General Naim Qassem pledged to keep arms against occupation, warning of conflict if disarmament occurs.